Which one of the following resides in the mouth of human beings?

Entamoeba coli

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Entamoeba histolytica

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Entamoeba gingivalis

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Amoeba proteus

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Solution

The correct option is A Entamoeba gingivalis
Entamoeba gingivalis is an opportunistic protozoan and is the first Amoeba in humans to be described. It is found in the mouth inside the gingival pocket biofilm near the base of the teeth, and in periodontal pockets.
So, the correct answer is option B.

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